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Passkeys and Modern Authentication

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-20 21:47:13

Passkeys and Modern Authentication There is an ongoing trend in the industry to move people away from username and password towards passkeys. The intentions here are good, and I would assume that this has a significant net benefit for the average consumer. At the same time, the underlying standard has some peculiarities. These enable behaviors by large corporations, employers, and governments that are worth thinking about. Attestations One potential source of problems here is the attestation

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3 Android calendar apps that beat Google's default hands down - and they're all free

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-10-21 04:15:00

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Google Calendar isn't the only game in town. There are a handful of options that blow Google's away. These calendars offer more features and better UIs. My calendar is an important tool to help keep me organized, and the busier I get, the more I depend on it. For as long as I can remember, Google Calendar has been my go-to for this function, but over the past year, I've been looking for

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This Gemini upgrade will soon make Google Docs even more useful on Android (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-21 12:58:33

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Docs on the web recently received a new feature that lets users listen to their documents with Gemini. We spotted code that enables this feature on the Google Docs Android app and activated it ahead of release for an early look. The current mobile implementation lacks some features from the web version, but they could be added later. Google recently released a new feature for Google Docs that allows users to listen to their documents using Gem

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'2.5 billion Gmail users at risk'? Entirely false, says Google

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2025-10-21 12:55:54

SOPA Images / LightRocket via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Google did not issue a warning about a major security breach. But hackers have been targeting Salesforce data in the cloud. Always be alert for phishing and vishing attacks. Worried about reports that a major security breach has impacted your Gmail account? Well, apparently, those claims are much ado about nothing. Also: How to encrypt any email - in Outlook, Gmail, and o

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Gboard is getting a surprise font setting we weren’t expecting

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-21 22:21:39

Tushar Mehta / Android Authority TL;DR The latest Gboard beta brings options to customize font size between 85% to 200% of the system default. Another option lets you switch between Google’s own font and any custom system font. These features are spotted on different devices, suggesting Google might just be testing them before rolling them out to the stable channel. Gboard is a hotbed for tryouts, with Google constantly experimenting with new features, layouts, or special arrangements for sp

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I'm a longtime Pixel fan - but I'm skipping the latest model, and here's why

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-10-22 01:19:00

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Google's new Pixel 10 isn't worth the upgrade for me. It comes down to cost, color, and lack of new killer features. Too much AI is also a deterrent. The new Pixel 10 is upon us, and, as usual, Google wants us all to upgrade. For many of us, trading in our current model for a discount on the newer version has become a yearly tradition. I've done it ever since Google adopted the trade-in policy,

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Google is killing the Android phone feature that once made them popular - and there's a big reason why

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-22 01:39:00

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Google will restrict sideloading with developer verification. The move mirrors Apple's long-standing security approach. Android loses one of its last big differences from iOS. For years, one of the biggest talking points in the Android vs. iOS debate has been freedom of choice -- and nothing summed that up more than sideloading. "But iOS is a walled garden. Apple controls what you can

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Google Play Games is about to show people what you play

theverge.com Jess Weatherbed 2025-10-21 22:58:50

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Google is updating user profiles for its Play Games service on Android devices to display gaming stats, achievements, and social features. The changes include a suite of new capabilities for “showcasing and tracking your game progress and stats, new ways to build your gaming community, and allowing you to tailor your profile to your liking,” according to Google’s help page. The update will be applied automa

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Pixel 10 Pro XL proves its got the strength to match its software update promise

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-22 03:57:51

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR The Pixel 10 Pro XL has passed JerryRigEverything’s durability test with flying colors. The YouTuber called it the toughest Pixel ever built. Still, if you plan to use the device for seven years, it’s a good idea to slap on a screen protector or use a cover that protects the display. Google’s Pixel 10 Pro XL has gone through the popular JerryRigEverything stress check, and the results show a phone that might be the toughest Pixel Google has ever built.

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Google says reports of a major Gmail security issue are 'entirely false'

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-22 08:48:12

Google is officially debunking a series of reports that claimed Gmail has been hit with a "major" security issue in recent days. "We want to reassure our users that Gmail’s protections are strong and effective," the company said in a somewhat unusual statement. "Several inaccurate claims surfaced recently that incorrectly stated that we issued a broad warning to all Gmail users about a major Gmail security issue. This is entirely false." Google doesn't detail the erroneous claims in its post. B

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The Ongoing Fallout from a Breach at AI Chatbot Maker Salesloft

krebsonsecurity.com Unknown 2025-10-22 07:55:04

The recent mass-theft of authentication tokens from Salesloft, whose AI chatbot is used by a broad swath of corporate America to convert customer interaction into Salesforce leads, has left many companies racing to invalidate the stolen credentials before hackers can exploit them. Now Google warns the breach goes far beyond access to Salesforce data, noting the hackers responsible also stole valid authentication tokens for hundreds of online services that customers can integrate with Salesloft,

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Samsung 'Galaxy Glasses' powered by Android XR are reportedly on track to be unveiled this month

zdnet.com Jason Hiner 2025-10-22 08:35:22

GM of Android XR, Shahram Izadi, on stage at Google I/O 2025. Google I/O (screenshot by Jason Hiner) Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Samsung's AI glasses running Android XR would compete with the Meta Ray-Bans. The smart glasses will reportedly be announced at an Unpacked event on September 29. The product will be powered by Google Gemini and have features not included in Meta Ray-Bans. Samsung's AI smart glasses to compete with Meta Ray-Bans wil

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Google Maps may soon keep your navigation updates where you can’t lose them

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-22 12:56:42

Megan Ellis / Android Authority TL;DR Google Maps is starting to test Live Updates for navigation on some devices. We spotted the feature several days ago, and more reports from other users have since surfaced. Testing appears very limited for now. If you’ve ever had a live navigation slip off your screen mid-journey, you’ll see why the latest Google Maps experiment could be useful. A handful of people are now seeing Live Updates appear for directions, keeping progress pinned on the screen w

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Personal Safety is the latest Google app with a messed-up clock

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-22 16:28:57

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR Personal Safety is rolling out an update that implements a new color scheme. While the app still doesn’t use your system palette, it does improve readability. Google has managed to mess up clock rendering, though, with the time fitting poorly on the screen. Developers like Google are constantly trying out new looks for their apps, and not everyone’s going to be a fan of every change. But even if we prefer one layout over another, or thought an old work

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Google debunks claims of major Gmail security alert

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-22 20:36:13

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google says reports of a mass Gmail security warning are false. Some outlets reporting on phishing data last week framed it as a mass Gmail security alert. The company insists Gmail protections remain strong, but advises using passkeys and learning to spot phishing emails. Online threats are scary enough without false or overhyped alarms adding to the confusion. Last week, several outlets claimed that Gmail had issued a major warning to all 2.5 billi

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Circle to Search could be adding new Translate options (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-23 00:05:00

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Our teardown of the latest Google app beta reveals that Google is testing more changes to the Circle to Search UI. The Translate shortcut following a selection may move to a more prominent spot. A new “Change selection” button would appear in the same section after you’ve searched. Circle to Search has quickly become one of Google’s most recognizable features, offering a simple way to look up anything on your screen with a quick gesture. Since launchi

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The most controversial OnePlus 15 rumor looks all but confirmed

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-23 08:18:21

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR As previously rumored, the OnePlus 15 is expected to launch with a new in-house imaging engine. This move suggests Hasselblad branding may no longer appear on OnePlus flagships. The change would bring the OnePlus 15 camera process more in line with rivals like Samsung and Google. After months of rumors, it looks like OnePlus’s big camera gamble is all but confirmed. A reliable tipster has revealed that the upcoming OnePlus 15 will ship with a new in-ho

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Zscaler data breach exposes customer info after Salesloft Drift compromise

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-10-23 09:00:00

Cybersecurity company Zscaler warns it suffered a data breach after threat actors gained access to its Salesforce instance and stole customer information, including the contents of support cases. This warning follows the compromise of Salesloft Drift, an AI chat agent that integrates with Salesforce, in which attackers stole OAuth and refresh tokens, enabling them to gain access to customer Salesforce environments and exfiltrate sensitive data. In an advisory, Zscaler says that its Salesforce

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De-Googling TOTP Authenticator Codes

news.ycombinator.com Imran Nazar 2025-10-23 11:52:03

Back to Articles 1st Sep 2025 In the ongoing effort to extricate myself from Google's services, I've been paring down my usage of their apps on my (admittedly Android) phone. I'm now down to two Google apps I use regularly: Maps (for traffic data) and Authenticator (for TOTP [A] Time-based One Time Password codes). Now, I spend most of my time in a terminal window on MacOS or connected to a Linux machine; it'd be nice if I could get TOTPs on the command-line, and it turns out there's a utilit

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Google Chrome’s new Material 3 Expressive design is rolling out, here’s what’s changed

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-23 20:13:38

Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority TL;DR The Material 3 Expressive design is now available in Google Chrome’s stable branch. It gives Chrome’s tab group feature a more colorful look. Google started rolling out the new UI this weekend. Google announced its new design language, Material 3 Expressive, in May this year. Since then, it has begun testing it across most of its apps. Gmail and Google Clock are a few of the apps that have been updated with the new design, and now, it’s time for Chro

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Pixel 10 benchmarks show how little ground Google’s Tensor G5 has gained

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-24 00:00:32

Now that we finally know what Google’s new Tensor G5 processor is made of, it’s about time we compare it against the best in the business. For today’s benchmarking session, I’ve grabbed rival handsets to compare against the more budget-friendly $799 Pixel 10 and the top-of-the-line, $1,199 Pixel 10 Pro XL. I don’t think anyone has particularly high hopes that the Pixel 10 series is going to contend for the performance crown. Google is far more focused on AI and features than traditional perform

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The best smart home gadgets for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-24 07:01:26

Our favorite Google-powered smart display is the second-generation Nest Hub. It has a 7-inch screen, which makes it just big enough to fit in most rooms in the house. The size also makes it work well as a digital photo frame. You can set it up to pull in pictures of friends and family from your Google Photos library, and there’s a smart algorithm that automatically uses the best shots while avoiding the blurry ones. As you might expect, you can also use the display to watch YouTube, Netflix and

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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Here's the clear winner after testing both

zdnet.com Prakhar Khanna 2025-10-24 07:00:17

Joseph Maldonado and Kerry Wan/ZDNET The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has finally arrived, and it isn't taking on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with a generational design leap. Instead, it competes by adding quality-of-life features -- a couple of which are industry-firsts for a foldable phone. If you are ready to upgrade from a slab phone to a foldable one, now is the best time to do so. However, it can be confusing to make a decision when both Google and Samsung book-style foldables are so good this year.

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The Pixel 10 Pro is technically cheaper than the Pixel 10, at least for me

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-23 12:30:53

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority I’m in the market for a new phone, and while I told myself I wouldn’t spend more than $500 on it, I’m a tech nerd and have to say that the latest Pixels look very appealing. I prefer smaller phones, and the entry-level Pixel 10 has all the features I want and need, and then some. I don’t see myself spending an extra $200 on the similarly sized Pro model, as the price difference isn’t worth it for me. But here’s the kicker: The Pixel 10 Pro is actually cheaper

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Android 16 has an annoying notification bug, but a fix is coming

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-24 09:18:06

Google released the stable version of Android 16 back in June, and it brings some welcome features to the platform. Unfortunately, the update has also introduced a peculiar bug for some. A user posted a report on Google’s Issue Tracker back in June, detailing a strange notification issue in Android 16. More specifically, the user and several others found that notifications don’t play any sounds when there’s already a notification in the notification shade. “When testing notifications, we reali

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We should have the ability to run any code we want on hardware we own

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-24 00:46:26

Sideloading has been a hot topic for the last decade. Most recently, Google has announced further restrictions on the practice in Android. Many hundreds of comment threads have discussed these changes over the years. One point in particular is always made: “I should be able to run whatever code I want on hardware I own”. I agree entirely with this point, but within the context of this discussion it’s moot. “I should be able to run whatever code I want on hardware I own” When Google restricts y

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Google Pixel 10 tips and tricks: 10 ways to make your new Pixel better

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-24 02:00:45

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Pixel season. Google’s latest batch of flagships is upon us, and there are many new features to explore, from a telephoto camera on the Pixel 10 to new Gemini capabilities across the entire range. With so many new wrinkles to explore, diving into a brand-new Pixel can be intimidating. That’s where we come in. We’ve already had our hands on the entire Google Pixel 10 series, and here are the tips and tricks we’ve relied on so far. Before we dive in, make

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No Clicks, No Content: The Unsustainable Future of AI Search

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-24 04:37:24

AI companies are causing a content drought that will eventually starve them. In a recent article, The Economist didn’t mince words: “AI is killing the web.” Published last month, the piece raises urgent questions about how artificial intelligence is reshaping the internet as we know it: ChatGPT, Google, and its competitors are rapidly diverting traffic from publishers. Publishers are fighting to survive through lawsuits, partnerships, paywalls, and micropayments. It’s pretty bleak, but unfortun

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Google Investors Surprisingly Chill About Major Data Breach

gizmodo.com Riley Gutiérrez Mcdermid 2025-10-24 02:05:36

The stock of Google’s parent company ended Friday’s trading session relatively unchanged, as investors digested news of a major data leak and broader market developments. Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)’s shares closed at $213.53, up slightly from the day’s prior end price, despite Google‘s global security alert advising its 2.5 billion Gmail users to update their information following a data breach involving one of its Salesforce databases. The company immediately issued a network-wide alert telling use

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I Love How Streamlined the Excellent Pixel 9 Pro Is, and It’s $99 Off for Labor Day

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-23 20:13:00

Labor Day deal: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is currently down to $900 at Best Buy, which is a $99 savings. While it's not the lowest price we've seen, it's still a decent discount thanks to Labor Day sales. Plus, Best Buy has a trade-in program that could save you hundreds more. We don't know how long this offer will last so if you've been wanting this phone, it may well be worth picking one up this weekend. CNET's key takeaways The Google Pixel 9 Pro is currently on sale with $99 off After months

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Latest Tech News

Passkeys and Modern Authentication

3 Android calendar apps that beat Google's default hands down - and they're all free

This Gemini upgrade will soon make Google Docs even more useful on Android (APK teardown)

'2.5 billion Gmail users at risk'? Entirely false, says Google

Gboard is getting a surprise font setting we weren’t expecting

I'm a longtime Pixel fan - but I'm skipping the latest model, and here's why

Google is killing the Android phone feature that once made them popular - and there's a big reason why

Google Play Games is about to show people what you play

Pixel 10 Pro XL proves its got the strength to match its software update promise

Google says reports of a major Gmail security issue are 'entirely false'

The Ongoing Fallout from a Breach at AI Chatbot Maker Salesloft

Samsung 'Galaxy Glasses' powered by Android XR are reportedly on track to be unveiled this month

Google Maps may soon keep your navigation updates where you can’t lose them

Personal Safety is the latest Google app with a messed-up clock

Google debunks claims of major Gmail security alert

Circle to Search could be adding new Translate options (APK teardown)

The most controversial OnePlus 15 rumor looks all but confirmed

Zscaler data breach exposes customer info after Salesloft Drift compromise

De-Googling TOTP Authenticator Codes

Google Chrome’s new Material 3 Expressive design is rolling out, here’s what’s changed

Pixel 10 benchmarks show how little ground Google’s Tensor G5 has gained

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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Here's the clear winner after testing both

The Pixel 10 Pro is technically cheaper than the Pixel 10, at least for me

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We should have the ability to run any code we want on hardware we own

Google Pixel 10 tips and tricks: 10 ways to make your new Pixel better

No Clicks, No Content: The Unsustainable Future of AI Search

Google Investors Surprisingly Chill About Major Data Breach

I Love How Streamlined the Excellent Pixel 9 Pro Is, and It’s $99 Off for Labor Day

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